Animal Rescue - Adoption Event Coordinator

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An Animal Adoption Events Coordinator plays a crucial role in finding loving homes for animals in need. It's a role that combines event planning, animal welfare advocacy, and public interaction.

Operation Paws for Homes participates in a variety of public events throughout the year including, but not limited to; adoption events, holiday festivals, and parades. We have volunteers that attend event, and we are actively recruiting Volunteer Event Leads for Adoption Events in VA, PA, DC, and MD. There is an immediate need in the Northern Virginia area.

Responsibilities

• Event Planning and Management: You'll be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing adoption events. This involves securing venues, scheduling volunteers, and ensuring all supplies are present.
• Animal Care and Representation: During events, you'll help care for the animals, ensuring their comfort and well-being. You'll also act as an advocate, educating potential adopters about the animals' personalities and needs.
• Promoting Adoptions: Once confirmed, ensure event is posted on our website and a social media calendar event is created. Have volunteers take pictures and/or video for social media working with the OPH Public Relations Team.
• Volunteer Coordination: Effective communication and collaboration with volunteers are essential for a successful event. You'll be responsible for recruiting volunteers and fosters to attend, assigning tasks, answering questions, and ensuring everyone feels valued.

Skills and Qualities

• Event Planning Skills: Experience organizing events is a plus, with skills like budgeting, scheduling, and logistics coordination being important.
• Animal Knowledge and Passion: A love for animals and a good understanding of their behavior is essential.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: The ability to connect with potential adopters, volunteers, and shelter staff is crucial for building relationships and promoting adoptions.
• Organization and Time Management: Juggling multiple tasks and keeping events running smoothly requires strong organizational skills.
• Enthusiasm and Positive Attitude: Your passion for animal welfare will be contagious and motivate others to get involved.